Tool Review: Kimwipes Delicate Task Wipers
Kimwipes are lab-grade tissues that are indispensable for cleaning delicate parts and for light-duty workshop use.
Tools
Self-Replicating Milling Machine
Julian Leland of Swarthmore, PA, wrote in to share the milling machine he built for his senior project. I’m a graduating engineering major at Swarthmore College in SE Pennsylvania; I just wrapped up my senior design project this month, and wanted to share it with you. My project was to design and fabricate a “self-replicating” […]
Ayah Bdeir’s littleBits Amazing Electronic Kits
littleBits is a great way to introduce people to electronics prototyping without soldering or accidentally frying components.
Heathkit Educational Systems Closes Up Shop (Again?)
Heathkit Educational Systems Closes Up Shop? For the second time since 1992, Heathkit Educational Services (HES) has shuttered its doors. Rumors of the legendary kit-building company’s demise wereposted on QRZ.com, with several readers bringing the news to the attention of the ARRL. In August 2011, Heathkit announced it was returning to the kit building business, […]
Pallet Reclamation Bars
Each time I have to break down a pallet, I am surprised at how much work is involved. If I had to do it very often, I would spring for a purpose-made tool. Several commercial models can be found for sale online using Googlons like “pallet buster” and “deck wrecker,” but I’ve got a bit of a soft spot for the maker-made Pallet Reclamation Bar from Cargo Cycles of Norwich, UK.
New in the Maker Shed: Getting Started with Netduino Kit
People always ask me, “What’s a Netduino and how do I use one?” The Netduino is an open source microcontroller similar to an Arduino, except it is programmed using the common Visual C# .NET programming language developed by Microsoft. Learning to use one is simple with our latest Getting Started with Netduino kit!
How-To: DIY Bias Tape Maker
Bias tape is the perfect addition to all kinds of crafting projects. Beyond finishing seams and edges, I use it for everything from sewing projects to mending to paper crafts. I like to add a bit of eye-catching contrast to my work, so I often make my own custom bias tape using fabric scraps that […]